I can find any excuse to have a party. Especially a themed party. It’s a Tuesday night? Taco Tuesday. It’s a Thursday lunch? Let’s have a Thirsty Thursday luncheon. I already have the themes picked out for the rest of the birthdays in our house for the year. Except mine. I guess my husband should get on that.

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I may find any excuse to party, but I’ll also talk you into a good party too. Case in point: my best friend. She’s getting married in a few months, and she wasn’t going to have a bridal shower. Or a bachelorette party. (Gasp!)

Needless to say, I saved the day. I could throw her a party, as long as it wasn’t too ‘bridal shower-y,’ and not where she would have a spotlight on her at all times. She’s not really into that sort of attention. (I’m still working on her.)

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All jokes aside, we threw a little Bridal Shower Happy Hour in her honor. No games, no gifts, no photos plastered all over the room. Just her favorite people put together in a room, mingling and enjoying a cocktail or two.

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So if you’re looking to have a little event too, but aren’t into all the theatrics of a bridal shower, this is for you. Just some fancy desserts, some fancy cocktails, and some yummy finger food.

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A few tips for planning: if you serve all finger food, you don’t need plates/napkins/silverware. Tiny desserts (like mini cupcakes and macaroons) are a better option because people can hold them easily (and also they take up more space and can be part of your decor).

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Grab some Hershey Kisses from the Dollar Tree (because it’s okay to be a little cliche), some little stands for your desserts, and print signs (find the files below, we got frames at Dollar Tree). You can get the balloon garland here. I made the giant K out of poster board, and then used frayed tissue paper to cover it. We laid a white tablecloth down, and then layered it with this white sequined runner (which was only $6 when I purchased it, so if it’s pricier, find an alternative on Amazon), and this chiffon runner. I used my Cricut to cut out diamond shapes, hot glued them onto toothpicks, and stuck them in some of the desserts. We printed little tags for the straws too, which added a little bit of personalization.

If you’re in the Green Bay, Wisconsin area, you’ll have to check out Heavenly Macaroons for the most delicious little treats. Then check out Sugar High Sweets if you’re in the mood for some sweet cupcakes. For both desserts, we went all white to keep the aesthetic.

Overall, she was really happy with how everything turned out. We loved celebrating her (and I’m pretty sure she enjoyed being celebrated too, even if she won’t admit it). 😉

Sip Sip Hooray file

Welcome Sign file (name/info will need to be added)

Prints for 4×6 frames